vegan

Refreshingly sweet and packed with vitamins, this smoothie recipe is great for supporting immune health. Recipe and image courtesy JAZZ Apple, jazzapple.com

This delicious drink is an antioxidant powerhouse, containing berries, acai powder and flaxseeds. Recipe and image courtesy of The Anti-Inflammatory 30-Day Reset by Sophie Richards (£25, Penguin Michael Joseph)

Boost your day with this easy smoothie recipe, packed with nutrient-rich kale, plus oats and bananas for lasting energy. Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk

Get 3 of your 5 a day with this nutritious and hearty dish. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com

Enjoy this nutritious and delicious dish as a hearty side or main course. Recipe and image courtesy of Aldi, aldi.co.uk

Top puff pastry with plant-based cream cheese, fresh pesto, purple sprouting broccoli and cherry tomatoes for this tasty and simple vegan main. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food, realfood.tesco.com

This vegan asparagus soup recipe is packed with nutrients and flavour. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com

This beetroot and almond traybake is wonderfully moist and, with only naturally occurring sweetness, it's healthy too. Recipe and image courtesy of Doves Farm, dovesfarm.co.uk

Packed with goodness, these blueberry and peanut butter balls are the perfect energy-boosting treat to take on-the-go. Recipe and image courtesy of Love Fresh Berries, lovefreshberries.co.uk

This vegan risotto combines creamy coconut milk, tomatoes, and crisp white wine for a rich, hearty dinner. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com

With nourishing vegetables, chickpeas, and a jammy tomato confit, this vegan traybake is nutritious and full of flavour. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com

Made from nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, this vegan brownie recipe offers a healthier alternative that still feels indulgent. Recipe and image courtesy of The Happy Pear, thehappypear.ie

With a wonderful tanginess and a perfect blend of spices, this braised red cabbage recipe will add extra flavour to your roast dinner. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk

Packed with seasonal vegetables, dried apricots and pecans, this tasty stuffing recipe is the perfect accompaniment to your Christmas turkey. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com

Make this vegan nut roast in the shape of a wreath and decorate with aromatic sage crisps and orange slices for the perfect festive dish. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk. Recipe: Maryanne Hall, photography: Niki Webster.

With a satisfying filling of lentils and roasted vegetables, nutty kale pesto, and golden puff pastry, this wholesome dish is a delicious, vegan alternative to the beloved Wellington. Recipe and image from The Magical Christmas Cookbook (£20, Murdoch Books, murdochbooks.co.uk)

Made from smoked tofu and cashews, this tasty vegan pâté is ready in just 15 minutes. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk Recipe: Maryanne Hall, photography: Niki Webster

These vegan cake pops look just as great as they taste! Make them today for the perfect bite-sized treat to serve this Christmas. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk. Recipe: Maryanne Hall. Photography: Niki Webster.

Try this tasty vegan gingerbread cookie recipe and decorate your Christmas tree with edible ornaments. Recipe and image courtesy of Opies, bennettopie.com

Topped with freeze-dried berries and chopped pistachios, this tasty chocolate bark is a quick and easy treat that would make a great gift. Recipe and image from Bon App! by Isabelle Dunn (£30, Smith Street Books) Photography: Alan Benson

Made from a blend of vegetables and enhanced with mustard and rosemary, this vegan gravy is packed with nutrients and flavour. To make ahead: Pour the gravy into a freezer-proof container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months, or chill for up to 3 days. To serve, slowly reheat the defrosted gravy and bring to the boil. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food, realfood.tesco.com

With moist date sponge, caramelised apple, and silky miso butterscotch sauce, this indulgent dessert is a guaranteed winner. Recipe and image from Baking and the Meaning of Life by Helen Goh (£26, Murdoch Books) murdochbooks.co.uk Photography: © Laura Edwards 2025

High in protein and fibre, this comforting vegan cauliflower cheese recipe features a creamy sauce made from blended butter beans. Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose, waitrose.com

Enhance your Christmas dinner Brussels sprouts by serving them with wholesome butter beans and pan-fried chestnuts. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com